1996 Toyota Carina vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 11 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Toyota Carina (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota Carina | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Carina | Golf |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |